For centuries, tinctures have been used as a natural and effective form of medicine. All tinctures crafted at Happy Girl Farm are created in small batches using only the highest quality ingredients. The only components in our tinctures are medicinal herbs, alcohol, water and a sprinkle of magic. That’s it!
 
What is Sleep Potion?
Sleep Potion is a tincture blended from seven different herbs that are well known to promote relaxation and sleep. These herbs include: lavender, chamomile, passion flower, skullcap, catnip, wild lettuce and lemon balm. Each herb has specific properties that induce relaxation and sleep, however, when used in combination, these seven herbs pack a powerful punch to help you not only fall asleep faster, but stay asleep as well. Unlike heavy, chemical prescription medication sleep aids, the herbs and ingredients in Sleep Potion allow you to wake refreshed and ready for the day. 
 
Who should NOT use Sleep Potion?  
The combination of herbs used in Sleep Potion are generally regarded as safe when used as directed. 
 
There are no known scientific reports of interactions between the herbs used to make the Sleep Potion tincture and conventional medications. However, because Sleep Potion promotes relaxation, it may make the effects of central nervous (CNS) depressants stronger. These drugs include narcotics such as morphine or oxycodone (OxyContin) for pain, and sedative and anti-anxiety agents such as lorazepam (Ativan), diazepam (Valium), and alprazolam (Xanax). Ask your doctor before using lavender with these and other sedatives.
 
How is a medicinal tincture different from an essential oil?
Essential oils are extracted from plants using several different methods, including steam distillation and mechanical expression (squeezing the oils out of the plant).
 
Tinctures use a medium (usually alcohol, water or glycerin) to extract the medicinal benefits of the herbs over time. The longer the tinctures infuse in the medium, the more medicinal properties are extracted.
 
Why is alcohol used in a tincture?
Vodka (or any other form of alcohol) is used in a tincture to draw out the medicinal properties of the herb. Most tinctures are allowed to infuse for three months or more to ensure the maximum potency of the medicine.
 
What is the best way to take a tincture?
All tinctures are provided with a dropper bottle. Start with one dropperful and evaluate your response. Titrate to effect. (Take more or less depending on your symptoms). Any time you have questions or concerns, please contact us and we look forward to assisting you.
 
What if I don’t like the taste of alcohol in my tincture?
The most convenient way to take your tincture is to place the medicine directly under your tongue. This method is referred to as “sub-lingual” and has been shown to be as effective as intravenous or “IV” administration. However, if the taste of the alcohol is too strong, just mix the medicine in the beverage of your choice.